In support of:

Brian Goldstein

"I have always had an acute interest in history as it relates to the Holocaust. When I read My Mother's Secret, it took my breath away. I highly recommend this book, especially to young people who will be greatly inspired by the story."

Brian Goldstein
President, CCMH

"I have always had an acute interest in history as it relates to the Holocaust. When I read My Mother's Secret, it took my breath away. I highly recommend this book, especially to young people who will be greatly inspired by the story."

Brian Goldstein
President, CCMH

Mary Throop

"The writing is exquisite... simple, yet profound. the story will take you on a heartfelt journey."

Mary ThroopPresident, Summerhill Capital

"The writing is exquisite... simple, yet profound. the story will take you on a heartfelt journey."

Mary ThroopPresident, Summerhill Capital

Richard

"It is a luxury to be able to read lots and lots of books; most are enjoyable, but some make you stop and think. this book is one of those-it has a Jonathan Livingston Seagull quality to it."

Kim Shannon

"An inspiring story that deals with choices, decisions, values, courage, and life's meaning. It teaches and inspires. My favourite quote and message to live by is: 'Your actions with time become your character'-reminding us to live mindfully and with integrity."

Kim ShannonPresident and CIO, Sionna Investment Manager

"An inspiring story that deals with choices, decisions, values, courage, and life's meaning. It teaches and inspires. My favourite quote and message to live by is: 'Your actions with time become your character'-reminding us to live mindfully and with integrity."

Kim ShannonPresident and CIO, Sionna Investment Manager

Pat Gullane

"This is a captivating story of amazing courage and heroism. It brings to life a reminder of the atrocities that should never be forgotten. Readers of all ages will find inspiration in these pages."

Dr. Pat GullaneOrder of Canada

"This is a captivating story of amazing courage and heroism. It brings to life a reminder of the atrocities that should never be forgotten. Readers of all ages will find inspiration in these pages."

Dr. Pat GullaneOrder of Canada

Trevor Dighton

"I was taken by the story. It is beautifully written, moving, and lovely."

Trevor DightonCFO and Executive Director, G4S

"I was taken by the story. It is beautifully written, moving, and lovely."

Trevor DightonCFO and Executive Director, G4S

Barb Simpson

"From the moment I started to read My Mother's Scecret, I couldn't put it down. It captivated me. I just loved it!"

Barb SimpsonVice President International Banking,
Bank of Nova Scotia

"From the moment I started to read My Mother's Scecret, I couldn't put it down. It captivated me. I just loved it!"

Barb SimpsonVice President International Banking,
Bank of Nova Scotia

Alexandra

"I really loved the whole book. Every sentence was enthralling. It was a prefect balance of danger, romance, and history"

Alexandra Philp13

"I really loved the whole book. Every sentence was enthralling. It was a prefect balance of danger, romance, and history"

Alexandra Philp13

Arnold

"I see great possibilities for this book to promote peace and understanding."

Dr. Arnold NoyekFounder, CISEPO

"I see great possibilities for this book to promote peace and understanding."

Dr. Arnold NoyekFounder, CISEPO

Rabbi Chaim Boyarsky

“In "My Mother’s Secret”, a new level of Heroism is revealed … a heroism where no wow or admiration was given. True heroism is when no one sees or knows! A truly inspiring and breathtaking book.”

Rabbi Chaim Boyarsky

“In "My Mother’s Secret”, a new level of Heroism is revealed … a heroism where no wow or admiration was given. True heroism is when no one sees or knows! A truly inspiring and breathtaking book.”

My Mother's Secret: Finalist in the National Jewish Book Awards.

Synopsis of this Holocaust Novel

Based on a true holocaust story

Franciszka Halamajowa and her daughter Helena risk their lives to hide Jewish families and a German soldier during WWII in Poland. They need to outsmart the German commander and their neighbors in order to remain undetected. Their cleverness and sacrifice are inspirational and heart warming.
After the war, both are recognized as the Righteous among the Nations for their courage and actions during the Holocaust